Thomas Tuchel’s England have one last friendly ahead of next week’s Group L opener against Croatia
England’s match against Costa Rica has been delayed after lightning strikes and heavy rain in Orlando. Weather issues are set to cause major disruption to the tournament, with the warm-up game in Florida already falling victim.
Safety rules stipulate fans must be evacuated from stadiums and can only be allowed back in 30 minutes after the last recorded lightning strike in the area.
The game had been due to kick off at 9pm UK time but will now start later and could yet be abandoned if the weather persists. ITV afre reporting the new kick-off time will be 9.30pm but that is not yet official.
Here’s everything you need to know about watching England v Costa Rica.
What time is England v Costa Rica?
England v Costa Rica kicks was due to kick off at 9pm BST on Wednesday, June 10 but that will now not happen. ITV are reporting the match is expected to kick off at 9.30pm instead, although that has not been officially confirmed
The match will be played at Ineter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
Is England v Costa Ricaon TV?
Yes, the game will be shown live and free-to-air in the UK.
The match is being broadcast on ITV1, with coverage beginning at 8pm.
England v Costa Ricalive stream
Viewers can also watch the match live on ITVx.
All you need is a login to watch on mobile devices, tablets, smart TVs and desktop computers.
Quotes corner
England manager Thomas Tuchel: “We can’t be one of the favourites as we haven’t won it for so long.
“There are proven winners within the tournament. These are the favourites.
“We can compete for the trophy and dream big. We know what it takes.
“Our responsibility is on the effort – this is where the focus is – we see ourselves as competitors and challengers.
“We want to go all the way. I don’t think we’re heavy favourites.
“But we want to win. We know what it takes. It takes a calm mind and focus on our steps.
“If we want to reach the top of the mountain we go step-by-step otherwise we will get distracted.
“I have belief but it comes with responsibility, hard work, discipline and deal with setbacks. We dare to dream.”



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